Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 548 of 2368

A nurse is giving a bisacodyl suppository. How long should the nurse instruct the client to retain it?

  1. About 2 minutes
  2. About 15 to 20 minutes
  3. About 2 hours
  4. Until a bowel movement occurs overnight
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Correct answer: About 15 to 20 minutes

The client retains the suppository for about 15 to 20 minutes.

Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Gastrointestinal System: Laxative Medication Classes. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026